Intro to ReKeying Locks
An essential skill for locksmiths. Please see the sample clip below.
Intro To ReKeying Locks
Re-keying locks is one of the most common tasks performed by locksmiths and a good understanding of the process is essential. Part of re-keying most locks requires the plug be removed and the pins changed to fit the new key. This locksmith training video demonstrates how to take the most common locks apart, remove the old pins, and re-pin them. This skill is a big money maker for locksmiths. The course includes 1 hour 53 minutes of video instruction.
This video is divided into six parts.
- Part 1 – Tools used in re-keying
- Part 2 – How to re-key a lock
- Part 3 – Removing lock cylinders from common locks
- Part 4 – Disassembly of a cylindrical lockset
- Part 5 – Suggested Practice
- Part 6 – Bonus Section – History of Locks Part 3
After completing this course, and practicing the skills presented, you should be able to re-key most common locks.
You should be able to:
- 1. List 10 tools needed in re-keying locks.
- 2. List five types of information normally included on a pin kit chart.
- 3. List the steps for re-keying a Kwikset KIK lock.
- 4. List the steps for re-keying a Schlage deadbolt.
- 5. Describe the process for removing the lock cylinder from lock of at least four different mfg.
- 6. Explain the basic process for disassembly of a cylindrical lock.
- 7. Explain that the Schlage A series wafer lock must be removed from the door to be rekeyed.
- 8. Describe the development of the modern pin tumbler lock.
- 9. List at least five different modern lock technologies and give the name of the inventor.
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